As we approach the 250th anniversary of our great nation, I often find myself re‑flecting on the miracle of the American expe‑rience. As a sixth‑gen‑eration Nebraskan, I am proud to call it home. It is where I grew up, where I chose to raise my family, and for whom I have the privilege of serving in Congress. Across Nebraska’s Third District, the American dream still runs strong. It is no…